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Loss of Identity by Heather Levy

All Day 4/2 - 4/30
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

A surreal journey through the many facets of identity using painting, film, sculpture, and music. 

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A surreal journey through the many facets of identity using painting, film, sculpture, and music.  ...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Women & Icons: Art Show & Immersive Performance Exhibit

All Day 4/22 - 4/30
Vickery Park - Display/Exhibit Area at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

A 12 part photo and collage series with women and female identifying artists/models/actors that creates space to play with icons and iconography, high glamour, art movements and ic

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Display/Exhibit Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit
Event Details:
A 12 part photo and collage series with women and female identifying artists/models/actors that creates space to play with icons and iconography, high glamour, art movements and iconic ideas.  It seeks to share and amplify women’s voices and con...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Watercolor Painting Class

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Learn the basics of different aquamedia and how to use/maintain our many art tools un

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Learn the basics of different aquamedia and how to use/maintain our many art tools until you're ready to pursue your own ideas and art pieces.  Cla...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Manga Club - Kids & Teens

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Welcome to our manga book club, where enthusiasts gather to explore the captivating world of Japanese comics! Our club offers a dynamic space for manga lovers of all backgrounds, i

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Welcome to our manga book club, where enthusiasts gather to explore the captivating world of Japanese comics! Our club offers a dynamic space for manga lovers of all backgrounds, interests, and experience levels to come together and share their passi...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Pulp 2 Paper: Paper-Making Workshop

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

"Our civilization or at all events our records depend very largely on the employment of paper." -- Pliny the Elder (Naturalis Historia, Liber XIII.xxi)  In

Cancelled
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
"Our civilization or at all events our records depend very largely on the employment of paper." -- Pliny the Elder (Naturalis Historia, Liber XIII.xxi)  In this workshop we'll skip the history chat and dive right into the fun...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Crafter-noon

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Children's Area at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Kids, get crafty with us! Make a craft and learn something new. Every Sunday there will be a different craft. Only while supplies last.

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Kids, get crafty with us! Make a craft and learn something new. Every Sunday there will be a different craft. Only while supplies last. ...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Community Puzzle

04/29/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/04/2024 @ 5:00pm
Preston Royal - Puzzle Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Puzzle Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle. ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Chess Club

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Mountain Creek - In Library at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess?  Are you a chess enthusiast or looking for someone to play against? Then come check out Mountain Creek our Chess Club! Chess boards are

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you want to learn how to play chess?  Are you a chess enthusiast or looking for someone to play against? Then come check out Mountain Creek our Chess Club! Chess boards are provided. This program is designed for all skill levels and and ages....
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

American Mahjong

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.   ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

In Stitches - Fiber Arts Meetup!

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome!    ...
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Soap Making for Seniors

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Make your own soap with us at Dallas Public Library! All materials will be provided to make you very own bars of colorful soap! We have oils to make them scented as well. Suppl

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Make your own soap with us at Dallas Public Library! All materials will be provided to make you very own bars of colorful soap! We have oils to make them scented as well. Supplies courtesy of the Friends of the Dallas Public Library   ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Printmaking with Plants

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

A series of programs using plants to do printmaking. Topics will include: collagraphs Create a printing plate by collaging different materials and gluing them together onto

Required
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
A series of programs using plants to do printmaking. Topics will include: collagraphs Create a printing plate by collaging different materials and gluing them together onto a piece of cardstock. gelatin plate prints Achieve quick yet very ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dallas Lace Society

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 2 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcom

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!   The Dallas Lace Society is a non-profit organization...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

American Mahjong

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.   ...
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cafe with Amigos Senior Social- Coffee with Friends Social

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for two hours of relaxed socializing, where you can come and go as you please. Indulge in a cup of freshly brewed coffee and connect with friends old and new. Our cozy gath

Required
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Join us for two hours of relaxed socializing, where you can come and go as you please. Indulge in a cup of freshly brewed coffee and connect with friends old and new. Our cozy gathering provides the perfect atmosphere to play some games, share storie...
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning Guitar Class

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun ga

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun games, exercises, music theory, and hands-on performance techniques for ...
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knit Wits

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library! (Crochet...if you must...)    

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library! (Crochet...if you must...)     ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

"Payaso-Clown" presented by the Cara Mia Theatre

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

In celebration of Día del Niño we have partnered with the Cara Mia Theatre to perform a theatrical performance of "El Payaso/ The Clown". This theatrical performance will use physi

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
In celebration of Día del Niño we have partnered with the Cara Mia Theatre to perform a theatrical performance of "El Payaso/ The Clown". This theatrical performance will use physical comedy to introduce our audience to theater.  "Payaso - Cl...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem - Guitar

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Vickery Park - In Library at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

4 p - 4:45 p Guitar  Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
4 p - 4:45 p Guitar  Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class and may be available to check out (just like a library bo...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Dangling Multicolored Mobile

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Creek - Children's Area at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Repurpose plastic bottles by turning waste into art! Make a mesmerizing and dynamic mobile that can be hung indoors or outdoors to watch as the sunlight dances on the colorful s

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Repurpose plastic bottles by turning waste into art! Make a mesmerizing and dynamic mobile that can be hung indoors or outdoors to watch as the sunlight dances on the colorful strips, creating a captivating and ever-changing art display.  ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Day of the Child!

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Because children are seen as a valuable member of society, this day emphasizes the necessity of loving, accepting, and respecting them. Come celebrate the kids! We will have games

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Because children are seen as a valuable member of society, this day emphasizes the necessity of loving, accepting, and respecting them. Come celebrate the kids! We will have games and world puzzles to enhance with vocabulary and literacy. ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Game Day (Ages 8-12)

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Let's-a go!  Play with old friends or meet new ones through play on the Nintendo Switch. We have modern classics like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Party, Mario Kart, a

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Let's-a go!  Play with old friends or meet new ones through play on the Nintendo Switch. We have modern classics like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Party, Mario Kart, and more! All experience levels welcome.  Games are rated E ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem - Violin

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Vickery Park - In Library at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

5:00 p - 5:45 p -Violin & Theory Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library! Sign up at the front desk

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
5:00 p - 5:45 p -Violin & Theory Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library! Sign up at the front desk or email vickerypark@dallas.gov Instruments will be provided for us...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Make Your Own Bath Salts

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Escape the stresses of everyday life and immerse yourself in the world of relaxation and self-care. Your library invites you to a soothing and creative program where adults can cra

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Escape the stresses of everyday life and immerse yourself in the world of relaxation and self-care. Your library invites you to a soothing and creative program where adults can craft their own luxurious bath salts. Unwind, recharge, and create someth...